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Farmers Rally in Heber City Against Highway Bypass

3/1/2026

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  • Farmers and residents organized a 'tractorade' in Heber City, Utah, on February 28, 2026, to protest a proposed highway bypass cutting through the North Fields.
  • Protesters cited concerns about the environmental impact on the local aquifer and the loss of rural charm.
  • The Utah Department of Transportation is studying traffic solutions to ease congestion.
  • Heber City Mayor Heidi Franco joined the protest to emphasize preserving farmland.